DK Shivakumar reiterates wrongly cancelled BPL cards will be reissued

Stating that the state government would reissue Below Poverty Line (BPL) cards to eligible families if they were cancelled wrongly, Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, on Wednesday, reassured the citizens there was nothing to worry.
Speaking at his Sadashivanagar residence, he said: “The Centre has fixed certain parameters for BPL families, and our government is acting accordingly. If any eligible family’s card was cancelled by mistake, new cards will be issued. Discrepancies at some places are being reviewed, and ineligible cases will be weeded out.”
DK Shivakumar said the BPL cards would be reissued after thorough review.
When asked why no physical verification was conducted before cancellations, Shivakumar explained that the Chief Minister had directed the concerned minister to address the issue. “We are sending the list of cancelled BPL cards to MLAs, who will review and rectify mistakes. The Guarantee Implementation Committee will visit homes to ensure errors are corrected,” he added.

However, the BJP is not happy with the move. “Paying income tax doesn’t mean they are financially well off. This will leave 25 per cent of the population without a BPL card. This move should be withdrawn,” says BJP MLA Ashwath Narayan.
At a separate event on Wednesday, Shivakumar emphasised Karnataka’s robust industrial potential, citing its abundant resources, skilled workforce, and self-sufficiency in energy. “Karnataka is second in tax collection, has over 250 engineering colleges, the highest number of medical colleges, and excellent management schools. We are well-equipped for growth,” he said.
Highlighting the state’s industrial legacy, he noted Karnataka’s key role in mining and steel production, mentioning KGF as the oldest gold mine and Karnataka’s historic steel factory. He credited Industries Minister MB Patil for steering growth and praised Sajjan Jindal for his CSR efforts, including sports initiatives.
Recalling Bengaluru’s global reputation, Shivakumar shared an anecdote about former PM Vajpayee’s remarks during the foundation stone ceremony of the Bengaluru International Airport. “He told then CM SM Krishna that world leaders visit Bengaluru before Delhi. Such is the city’s reputation,” Shivakumar said.
The Deputy CM reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting industries that create jobs, saying, “Our government is fully behind the industry and ready to resolve any challenges you face.”